Wildlife Biologist; Task Lead) Hybrid

Tetra Tech is adding a highly motivated and experienced Wildlife Biologist to support renewable energy development projects throughout the United States. The successful candidate will serve as a Task Lead supporting the planning, implementation, analysis, and reporting of post-construction mortality monitoring (PCMM) studies at utility-scale wind and solar energy facilities.

This role involves technical leadership, field oversight, data analysis, regulatory compliance support, and coordination with clients and regulatory agencies. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, field biologists, analysts, and permitting specialists to support some of the nation’s most significant renewable energy projects.

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• Serve as Task Lead for post-construction wildlife monitoring projects at wind and solar energy facilities.
• Implement avian and bat fatality monitoring protocols, carcass persistence trials, searcher efficiency trials, and adaptive monitoring programs.
• Coordinate field logistics, including staffing, scheduling, training, safety, and equipment planning.
• Provide oversight and technical guidance to field biologists and subcontractors.
• Support project managers in successful project execution and client communication.

• Perform and oversee data quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC).
• Conduct statistical analyses and fatality estimation using tools such as Gen Est, Evidence of Absence (EoA), R, or similar software.
• Interpret monitoring results and provide recommendations consistent with project-specific permit requirements and mitigation commitments.
• Support development of adaptive management strategies and wildlife mitigation measures.

• Support compliance efforts associated:
  • Endangered Species Act (ESA)
  • National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
  • Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA)
  • State wildlife permitting programs
• Contribute to preparation of:
  • Eagle Conservation Plans (ECPs)
  • Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs)
  • Biological Assessments
  • Permit applications and compliance reports
• Participate in agency coordination and stakeholder discussions.

• Prepare technical reports, monitoring summaries, permit compliance documentation, and regulatory deliverables.
• Ensure technical work products meet company quality standards and client expectations.
• Synthesize technical findings into clear, concise, and defensible recommendations.
• Support proposal preparation and project planning activities.
• Mentor junior staff and provide guidance on wildlife monitoring methodologies and best practices.
• Participate in internal training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement of monitoring protocols and technical procedures.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards
• Pursue continuous…